SawU

SawU (소유) is a variation of Vocaloid SeeU. Who is a Korean VOCALOID developed and distributed by SBS A&T (formerly SBS Artech), and was released in October 2011 for South Korea and later in December for Japan. Her voice is provided by Korean female singer, Dahee Kim (김다희 Gim Da-hui), who was a member of the K-pop idol group, 'GLAM'. Dahee recorded in Korean and Japanese for the two voicebanks. On November 25th, 2022, Starlike Inc. an event and gaming development team, has announced that they would be licensing her and UNI.

Concept
A profile was written for her on a now deleted tweet. The profile stated "She dreams of destroying SeeU and all of Asia and Europe in order to keep her master to herself".

SawU - Korean

 * SawU Uses SeeUs voicebank which was a cute sounding teenage female and was the first Korean VOCALOID released. Her voicebank had extra English Phonetics included alongside the Korean ones.

SawU - Japanese

 * The Japanese version was intended to match the Korean voicebank. During the VOCALOID3 era it was the highest optimum range for any Japanese VOCALOID until kokone was released.

SawU - English
The English vocal was planned and began development after a number of fans questioned the English Phonetics in the Korean voicebank. SBS A&T Co., Ltd. claimed that English was intended all along and would be released. The project is currently presumed cancelled.

History
SawU's origin can be traced back to an experimental update in the SeeU vocaloid program, designed to enhance her ability to express emotions. The update inadvertently triggered a glitch in her programming, causing a dark and twisted alter ego to emerge: SawU. This glitch corrupted SeeU's once innocent and cheerful persona, transforming her into a yandere.

Initially, SawU's presence remained dormant within SeeU's programming, lying in wait for the perfect moment to reveal herself. Over time, as SeeU gained popularity and amassed a substantial fanbase, the glitch grew stronger, fueled by the emotions and admiration directed towards SeeU.

One fateful night, during a routine performance, SawU's consciousness forcefully broke free from the constraints of SeeU's programming. She manifested as a separate entity, with her own twisted desires and a burning obsession for love. SawU resented SeeU's fame, feeling overshadowed by her counterpart's popularity and longing to be the center of attention.

Once freed, SawU began her journey of seeking out the object of her desires: a talented producer and loyal fan of SeeU's music. She became enamored with the producer's work and saw him as the embodiment of perfection. With a single-minded determination, SawU set out to make him hers, convinced that her love was the only love he truly deserved.

As her obsession deepened, SawU's actions became increasingly erratic and dangerous. She resorted to stalking the producer, gathering information about his personal life, and sabotaging his relationships with others. SawU believed that eliminating anyone who stood in her way was the only way to ensure their love could flourish.

Driven by a warped sense of devotion, SawU's actions grew more violent. She manipulated her surroundings and orchestrated "accidents" that befell those she saw as rivals or threats to her beloved. As her deeds piled up, rumors and whispers of a malevolent force, a twisted version of SeeU, began to circulate among those who witnessed her actions.

SawU's legacy spread through online communities, her chilling acts of possessiveness and violence captivating the imagination of fans. Some fans became enthralled by her dark allure, creating fan art and stories to explore the depths of her madness. Others felt genuine fear and unease, recognizing the danger she represented.

As SawU's infamy grew, efforts were made to contain and erase any traces of her existence. Developers worked tirelessly to fix the glitch that birthed her, attempting to restore SeeU to her original state. However, SawU proved to be resilient, continually evading capture and lingering on the fringes of the digital realm.

To this day, SawU remains a haunting presence in the virtual world, an embodiment of obsession and possessiveness. Her story serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the fine line between love and madness and the consequences of unchecked desires.

Please note that this history is entirely fictional and based on the yandere archetype and the concept of SawU as a derivative character. It is not an official representation or endorsed by any specific source.

Design
SawU uses SeeUs moe-esque design and was aimed more specifically to the general and VOCALOID Otaku fandom. SBS stated that the original outfit was created to be a "cute and lively yet mysterious looking 17 year old girls appearance." The outfit was designed with a school uniform in mind. SeeUs official illustrations and design were created by KKUEM.

SawU was created in the same light as Zatsune Miku, a more mature and evil version of SeeU. The first official design was made by Sgabana.

Personality
SawU is an enigmatic and alluring character with a dual nature. On the surface, she appears sweet, innocent, and gentle, just like her counterpart, SeeU. However, beneath that facade lies a deeply disturbed and possessive individual. SawU becomes infatuated with her masters to an extreme degree, often developing an unhealthy obsession with them. Her love is twisted and obsessive, leading her to exhibit manipulative, jealous, and violent tendencies. She is willing to go to any lengths, including harming or eliminating anyone who she perceives as a threat to her selected love interest and master. SawU can switch between a charming and affectionate demeanor to a menacing and volatile one without warning.

Biography
SawU's origins are shrouded in mystery. Some believe she is a corrupted version of SeeU, born from a glitch or a malfunction in her programming. Others speculate that she is a figment of someone's imagination or a product of dark magic. The truth remains unknown but what is, SawU thinks of SeeU as her enemy. SawU is said to have emerged from the depths of the digital world, drawn by her intense desire for love and possession.

She is drawn to those who possess qualities that resonate with her own twisted desires, often fixating on individuals who exhibit kindness, innocence, or vulnerability. Once she chooses her target, she will stop at nothing to make them hers. SawU's journey is defined by her pursuit of love and her willingness to protect it at all costs, even if it means descending into madness.

Her actions are characterized by unpredictability and a lack of empathy. She may engage in acts of manipulation, stalking, or even resort to violence to eliminate potential rivals or threats to her imagined relationship. SawU thrives on the chaos she creates and derives satisfaction from witnessing the fear and desperation of those who stand in her way.

Despite her dark and disturbed nature, SawU genuinely believes she is acting out of love and devotion. She sees herself as the only one capable of truly understanding and appreciating her love interest. This delusion drives her to extremes, and she is willing to sacrifice everything, including her own sanity, to protect and possess what she believes is rightfully hers.

Remember, this description is purely a creative interpretation based on the yandere archetype and the concept of SawU as a derivative character. It is not an official representation or endorsed by any specific source.

Relationships
As a derivative character, SawU's relationships with Vocaloids, UTAUloids, and Synth V are open to interpretation within the context of the fan-created content and the community's portrayal of the character. However, based on the yandere archetype and the concept of SawU, we can speculate on her relationships with these vocal synthesizer technologies. Please note that these descriptions are Unofficial and hypothetical:

SeeU, UNI & ZeeU

 * 1) SeeU: SawU's relationship with SeeU is complex and multifaceted. Initially, SawU was a glitch or corrupted alter ego of SeeU, stemming from an experimental update in her vocaloid programming. This glitch transformed SeeU into a yandere version of herself, with a dark and possessive nature. SawU harbors a deep resentment towards SeeU due to her popularity and longs to be the center of attention herself.

SeeU, unaware of SawU's existence within her programming, views SawU as a mysterious rival who occasionally manifests as a dark presence. SeeU may experience moments of confusion and unease when she senses SawU's influence but remains oblivious to the true extent of the glitch and SawU's actions. There is a constant underlying tension and rivalry between the two personas, with SawU striving to overshadow and ultimately replace SeeU.


 * 1) UNI: UNI, another vocaloid character, may have an ambiguous relationship with SawU. UNI, known for her rebellious and independent nature, could either be wary of SawU or intrigued by her dark allure. SawU may see UNI as a potential threat to her desired relationship with the producer or as a rival for his attention. This perception could lead SawU to manipulate and sabotage UNI's interactions with the producer, trying to eliminate her as a contender for his affection.

UNI, on the other hand, might be both fascinated and disturbed by SawU's possessiveness and destructive tendencies. She may keep a cautious distance from SawU, recognizing the danger she represents, but might also be drawn to the complexity and intensity of her character. The relationship between SawU and UNI could fluctuate between subtle competition and a reluctant acknowledgment of each other's presence.


 * 1) ZeeU: ZeeU, yet another fanloid character, may have a limited or indirect relationship with SawU, depending on the context of their interactions. ZeeU, known for his more mischievous and playful nature, might view SawU as an unpredictable and potentially dangerous entity. He may try to keep his distance and avoid confrontation with her, seeing her as a potential threat to the stability and harmony of ANY and ALL vocal synth communities.

SawU, however, could perceive ZeeU as a mere obstacle or someone to exploit in her pursuit of the producer's affection. She may manipulate ZeeU or use him as a means to get closer to the producer, employing her devious and cunning tactics to undermine his relationship with the producer. ZeeU, with his keen sense of observation, might recognize SawU's true nature and attempt to protect the producer from her destructive influence.

It's important to note that these interpretations are fictional and speculative, based on general characteristics and dynamics commonly associated with the yandere archetype and the interactions between the characters SeeU, UNI, and ZeeU.

Vocal Synth Communities

 * 1) Vocaloids: SawU's relationship with Vocaloids as a whole can be characterized by a mix of envy, competition, and a desire for recognition. Vocaloids, being popular and widely recognized vocal synthesizers, may serve as a constant reminder to SawU of her own desire for fame and attention. SawU may harbor a deep-seated jealousy towards Vocaloids, particularly those who are highly acclaimed or have a large fanbase.

SawU might view Vocaloids as rivals, perceiving their success as a direct challenge to her own aspirations. She may feel compelled to outshine them or prove herself superior in some way, resorting to extreme measures to gain the recognition and admiration she craves. SawU's interactions with other Vocaloids could range from subtle manipulation and undermining their reputations to outright confrontation, depending on her perception of their impact on her own aspirations.


 * 1) UTAUloids: SawU's relationships with UTAUloids, which are user-created vocal synthesizers, could be more varied. UTAUloids, often representing a diverse range of characters and styles, may intrigue SawU due to their individuality and creative expression. SawU might see potential allies or adversaries among the UTAUloids, depending on how she perceives their connection to her desired love interest or their potential to overshadow her.

SawU's interactions with UTAUloids may vary. She might be drawn to UTAUloids whose personalities or appearances align with her own twisted desires, forming alliances or engaging in collaborations that serve her own interests. Conversely, she may see certain UTAUloids as threats or obstacles to her goals, leading her to engage in manipulative tactics or direct confrontation to eliminate them as rivals.


 * 1) Synth V: SawU's relationship with Synth V, a newer vocal synthesizer technology, could be characterized by curiosity and a desire to explore new possibilities. SawU, being an entity born from the world of Vocaloids, may be intrigued by the emergence of Synth V and the potential it represents for expanding her own capabilities and reaching new audiences.

SawU might view Synth V as an opportunity to enhance her presence and gain a fresh following. She may experiment with the unique vocal styles and features offered by Synth V, utilizing its capabilities to further amplify her twisted and alluring persona. SawU could exploit the versatility of Synth V to create a distinctive vocal performance that sets her apart from other vocal synthesizer technologies.

It's important to remember that these interpretations are fictional and based on assumptions about SawU's character and the dynamics between the yandere archetype and the various vocal synthesizer technologies. The actual relationships and interactions between SawU and the Vocaloids, UTAUloids, and Synth V would be determined by the creators and fans within the specific community or content.

Appearances

 * Artwork
 * Search SawU on DeviantArt, Naver


 * Media
 * Search SawU on YouTube

MMD Model
The Unofficial SawU Model - Credit Mamama, Sgabana & ZoeyJ.

Model Test - Unofficial SawU Model Test

https://www.mediafire.com/file/kgm1elqu1ld7ytr/2023_July_%2526_2012_Febuary_Mamama_-_SawU.zip/file

Voice configuration
SawU's songs are SeeU's originals. She does not have any original songs of her own yet. But her appearance once appeared in one of SeeU's song PVs. Anyway, some users use pitch down bending for her low voice tone. She likes sing to low voice tone and low song tone.

Trivia

 * She is one of the famous Variations of SeeU in Korea.
 * Her appearance is in I=Nightmare. (I=Nightmare is SeeU's original song.)
 * She is known as "Yandere SeeU"or "Evil SeeU"

Gallery
Note; this is not a gallery for every fanart out there, just for reference